The Maid of the Mist Corporation (MMC) has secured a bank loan to upgrade their fleet and purchase a new boat (the Maid of the Mist VI). The loan terms allow the MMC to defer payments, including interest, for six months and to make 36 end-of-the-month payments thereafter. MMC borrowed $1,600,000 and the loan had an interest rate of 11% compounded monthly.
- What is the amount of the monthly payment if MMC repays the loan in equal monthly payments?
- Consider the 14th payment specifically. How much will MMC pay toward interest and principal?
- What is the total amount of interest that MMC will pay over the life of the loan?